1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 55 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |